Germany defeats Serbia 3-1 in Nations League match at Rajko Mitić Stadium

Germany defeated Serbia 3-1 at Rajko Mitić Stadium on November 14, 2026, during a Nations League match. The result marks the fifth consecutive defeat for Serbia in the Nations League tournament. The match took place at the Rajko Mitić Stadium, also known as the Marakana, as Serbia continues its competition in the Nations League A division.

Match details and disciplinary issues

The match was marked by significant disciplinary actions that impacted the Serbian squad. The referee, Rohas, issued red cards to two Serbian players, Vanja Dragojević and Andrija Živković, during the course of play. These dismissals contributed to the difficult match for the Serbian side. Serbian head coach Veljko Paunović watched the match from the stands because he was suspended following a previous red card received during a match against the Netherlands.

Veljko Paunović expressed disappointment regarding the officiating during the match. The head coach claimed that the team was disappointed by the refereeing decisions. Specifically, Veljko Paunović noted that Andrija Živković did not use profanity despite receiving a red card from the official. The Serbian side struggled to manage the game under the pressure of the match conditions and the disciplinary setbacks.

Performance and tactical analysis

Germany maintained a high level of control throughout much of the contest. Veljko Paunović stated that Germany deserved the victory and was dominant, noting that the performance was similar to their first encounter. The Serbian team faced significant difficulty during the first half of the match. Veljko Paunović noted that Serbia struggled to maintain possession and struggled to exit opponent pressing through passing during the opening period.

The Serbian team showed signs of improvement as the match progressed. Veljko Paunović claimed that Serbia was better in the second half of the game. Following tactical substitutions, the Serbian side nearly leveled the score, though reports vary on whether the team was close to reaching a 3-2 or a 4-4 scoreline. Despite the increased effort in the second half, the Serbian team could not overcome the deficit established earlier in the match.

League standings and other results

The loss continues a difficult run for Serbia in the Nations League A division. The team has now lost five matches in five matches played in the tournament. This sequence of defeats places significant pressure on the Serbian national team as they continue their campaign. The inability to secure points in these matches has hindered their progress in the division.

In addition to the Serbian match, other results were noted in the tournament. According to information shared by Veljko Paunović after the match, the Netherlands defeated Greece with a score of 7-0. This result was reported by Naslovi via Sport klub. The high-scoring match in the Netherlands vs. Greece fixture highlighted the competitive nature of the matches occurring across the Nations League.

Glossary

• Rajko Mitić Stadium — The Rajko Mitić Stadium is a Belgrade-based stadium. It is one of the top-three stadiums by seating capacity for clubs currently competing in the Serbian top flight.
• Marakana — Marakana is a major stadium in Belgrade. It is also known as the Red Star Stadium.
• Nations League — The Nations League is a tournament featuring divisions such as Nations League A. It is a competition in which national teams compete to progress through various stages and finals.